Jeff Knapp

Unlike the previous brush piles I had fished — ones found in 15 to 20 feet of water — this one was in just 11 feet, with branches extending nearly

The many miles of the nearby Allegheny River provide some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in the region. The cooling waters of late summer and early fall typically kick

Hair jigs, typically fashioned from deer hair, rabbit fur or marabou feathers, often excel in gamefish such as bass and walleyes in the cooling water of fall.

I look forward to fall fishing for a variety of reasons — the crisp weather, colorful surroundings, and unique seasonal fishing scenarios. Near the top of the list: fall crappie.

While we all like to catch fish, there is something special about landing a big one — a fish that represents exceptional size for its species. And, of course, “big”

There is something special about catching a big fish, one that represents exceptional size for the given species.

With the on-again, off-again swings in tariff policy starting in April 2025, it can be hard to keep track of current impact. Regardless of status, many in the construction industry are feeling the effects and will likely continue to for the foreseeable future.

Cold-water bass and walleyes can't resist a tantalizing natural hair jig.

As he delivered the thick walled, 7-foot cardboard tube to my doorstep, the UPS driver asked, good-naturedly, “just how many fishing poles do you need?”

The best waters to hook up with deep winter crappie in the Northeast.